Mashed potato vs. Biscuit — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mashed potato and biscuits
- Biscuits are higher than mashed potato in selenium, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, calcium, phosphorus, folate, and manganese.
- Biscuits cover your daily selenium needs 34% more than mashed potato.
- The glycemic index of biscuits is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Fast foods, potato, mashed and Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +136.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +20% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1205.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +835.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +134.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +145.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +178% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +285.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2337.5% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +242.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2273.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1966.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +173.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +14.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +577.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.65 g
Fats:
2.82 g
Carbs:
14.65 g
Water:
79.62 g
Other:
1.26 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +175.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +324.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +478% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +204.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +154% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.577 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.72 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.342 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.324 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.163 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -86.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +862.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +210.2% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 0.8µg | 19.5µg | 34% |
| Iron | 0.31mg | 2.9mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.356mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.31mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 235mg | 22% |
| Fats | 2.82g | 16.3g | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.342g | 4.163g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 0.577g | 4.324g | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.72g | 6.93g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 164mg | 15% |
| Calories | 89kcal | 353kcal | 13% |
| Folate | 9µg | 61µg | 13% |
| Sodium | 306mg | 580mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 2.949mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.098mg | 0.378mg | 12% |
| Protein | 1.65g | 7g | 11% |
| Carbs | 14.65g | 44.6g | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 0.035mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 6% | |
| Starch | 12.1g | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.035mg | 0.082mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 43µg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 286mg | 121mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 3% | |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 0.54mg | 3% |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 2% | |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.5g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.35g | 43.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 2.18g | N/A |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0.08µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.211mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.273mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.514mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.226mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.313mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.161mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.146g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
55%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mashed potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mashed potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mashed potato contains less Sodium (difference - 274mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mashed potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.747g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Biscuit is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.